Category Archives: Designated Driver Drinks

Sophisticated alcohol-free drinks for the person doing the responsible thing. Because being the DD should not mean being stuck with a glass of water while everyone else is having a proper drink.This collection emphasises mocktails that feel adult, complex, and interesting: bitter aperitifs without the alcohol, savoury mocktails, grown-up flavors. When you hand a DD one of these, they do not feel like they are missing out, they feel like they are being looked after.

Category: Designated Driver Drinks

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Frozen Mango Margarita (Virgin)

Frozen mango, lime, orange juice, Tajin rim. The virgin frozen margarita with mango, which is how it should've been made all along.
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Virgin Limoncello Spritz

Fresh lemon juice, honey, sparkling water, basil. The Amalfi Coast mocktail. Summer on a dinner table.
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Chocolate Martini (Virgin)

Chocolate milk, espresso, vanilla, cocoa rim. The dessert mocktail. Best served in a chilled coupe with dim lighting.
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Thyme Lemon Drop

Fresh thyme, lemon, honey, sparkling. The herb-garden mocktail. Dinner-party clever.
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Basil Gimlet (Virgin)

Fresh basil, lime, sugar, no gin. The herbaceous mocktail for summer patio drinking. Serves up in a coupe, looks like a $16 craft cocktail.
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Moscow Mule (Virgin) with Turmeric

Ginger beer, turmeric, lime, black pepper. An anti-inflammatory mocktail that also happens to be delicious. Copper mug essential.
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Virgin Lemon Drop

Fresh lemon, sugar rim, a sugar-coated lemon wheel. The lemon drop shot without the vodka. Delightful.
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Roy Rogers (Classic)

Cola, grenadine, a cherry. The cowboy counterpart to the Shirley Temple. Identical ritual, different fizz.
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Virgin Espresso Martini

Cold brew, coffee syrup, vanilla, ice. The coffee hit without the booze, exactly as it should have always been served at brunch.
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Virgin Piña Colada (Classic)

Pineapple, coconut cream, ice. The pool-side classic that never asked for rum in the first place.
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Virgin Sea Breeze

Cranberry and grapefruit. The colour of a summer sunset on a beach bar tab. No vodka required.
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Virgin Cosmopolitan

Cranberry, lime, triple-sec alternative, in a martini glass. Sex and the City without the vodka but with all the attitude.
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Virgin Moscow Mule

Ginger beer, fresh lime, a copper mug. The Moscow Mule without the vodka, which, honestly, was never the most interesting part of the drink.
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Virgin Daiquiri

Lime, sugar, ice. The Cuban original, minus the rum. Arguably the simplest, most perfect mocktail on the planet.
Virgin Mojito mocktail with fresh mint, lime, and crushed ice.

Virgin Mojito

Mint, lime, sugar, soda. The Mojito without the rum, but every bit as refreshing.
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Virgin Mary (Classic Bloody Mary Mocktail)

Tomato juice, Tabasco, Worcestershire (check the label for anchovy if you're vegetarian), celery, salt. The Bloody Mary without the vodka, and arguably the
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Arnold Palmer (Classic)

The original half-iced-tea, half-lemonade. Named for the golfer who ordered it so often that bartenders started calling it by his name.
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Shirley Temple (Classic)

The original Shirley Temple. Ginger ale, grenadine, a splash of lemon-lime, a cherry on a stick. Because yes, kids deserve a signature drink too.
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Virgin Paloma

Mexico's actual national drink, minus the tequila. Bitter grapefruit, lime, salt rim, and enough bubbles to wake you up.
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Virgin Negroni

A bitter, grown-up mocktail that tastes like an actual Negroni instead of sweet fruit juice in a martini glass.
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Virgin Aperol Spritz

The Italian apéritif, minus the booze. Bitter orange, bubbles, and a slice of orange. The exact same ritual without the rattled morning after.
Frozen Virgin Margarita Mocktail Recipe - Refreshing and Easy

Frozen Virgin Margarita Mocktail

Frozen Virgin Margarita Mocktail Recipe The Frozen Virgin Margarita Mocktail is a quick and easy-to-make drink that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of citrus juices and sparkling water creates a refreshing and tangy flavor profile. This mocktail is best enjoyed frozen, making it a delightful choice for hot summer days or festive gatherings. 1 oz lime juice1 oz grapefruit juice1 oz orange juice5 oz Soda WaterSweetener to taste1 oz alcohol-free tequila (optional, tastes great without!)Lime wheel (for garnish) Mix Juices:Place the lime juice, grapefruit juice, orange juice, and sweetener (if using) in a small jug and mix well.Freeze Mixture:Pour
Virgin Margarita Mocktail Recipe - Refreshing and Easy

Virgin Margarita Mocktail

Enjoy this Virgin Margarita Mocktail, a refreshing blend of citrus juices and sparkling water. Perfect for a non-alcoholic treat, frozen or chilled!
Virgin Bloody Mary Mocktail Recipe - Spicy and Savory Delight

Virgin Bloody Mary Mocktail

Enjoy this Virgin Bloody Mary Mocktail, a tangy mix of tomato juice, fresh lime, Worcestershire, and Tabasco. Perfect for a refreshing non-alcoholic treat!
Easy Virgin Cosmopolitan Mocktail Recipe - Perfect for Any Occasion

Virgin Cosmopolitan Mocktail

Enjoy this easy Virgin Mojito Mocktail, a refreshing blend of lime, mint, and sparkling water. Perfect for any occasion and all ages!
Easy Virgin Mojito Mocktail Recipe - Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Delight

Virgin Mojito Recipe

Enjoy this easy Virgin Mojito Mocktail, a refreshing blend of lime, mint, and sparkling water. Perfect for any occasion and all ages!
Easy Piña Colada Mocktail Recipe

Easy Piña Colada Mocktail

Try this easy Piña Colada Mocktail, made with just 3 ingredients. Perfect for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink that everyone can enjoy!
Sunrise Mocktail Recipe - Refreshing and Elegant Delight

Sunrise Mocktail

Try the Sunrise Mocktail, a delightful mix of orange juice and alcohol-free sparkling wine with a hint of grenadine. Perfect for any occasion!
Refreshing Blue Lagoon Mocktail Recipe - Tropical Delight for All Ages

Blue Lagoon Mocktail

Enjoy the Blue Lagoon Mocktail, a vibrant non-alcoholic drink with pineapple juice, lemon, and blue curacao syrup. Perfect for all ages and any occasion!
Refreshing Strawberry Peach Spritzer Recipe - Perfect Summer Drink

Strawberry Peach Spritzer

Enjoy the Refreshing Strawberry Peach Spritzer, a delightful mix of fresh strawberries, peaches, and seltzer water. Perfect for summer vibes and sunny days!
Cherry Temple Mocktail Recipe - Refreshing and Classic Delight

Cherry Temple Mocktail

Enjoy the Cherry Temple Mocktail, a refreshing mix of ginger ale, grenadine, and fresh lime juice. Perfect for kids, pregnant women, and non-drinkers!
Cinderella Mocktail Recipe - Refreshing and Fruity Delight

Cinderella Mocktail

Enjoy the Cinderella Mocktail, a refreshing mix of orange, pineapple, and lemon juices with a hint of grenadine. Perfect for a fruity and invigorating treat!
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Super Smoothie

Enjoy the Super Smoothie Cocktail Recipe, a fruity blend of bananas, strawberries, pineapple, and spiced rum. Perfectly refreshing and smooth!
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Rose and Thistle

This Rose and Thistle Mocktail Recipe blends banana, strawberries, and milk for a creamy, fruity drink that's refreshing and light.
Maradona

Maradona

Enjoy the Maradona Mocktail, a creamy blend of milk and tropical passion fruit. Perfect for a refreshing and balanced non-alcoholic drink.
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Summertime Soda

Enjoy the Summertime Soda Mocktail, a refreshing blend of orange, grapefruit, and lemon juices with soda water and a scoop of ice cream for a delightful drink.
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Hot Lemonade

Spice up your refreshment with the Hot Lemonade Mocktail! Lemon juice, maple syrup, and cayenne pepper make a zesty and invigorating drink.
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The Kruzewski

The Kruzewski Mocktail is a citrusy blend of lemonade, orange juice, and soda with a dash of lemon juice. Perfect for a bright and refreshing morning drink!
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Momosa

Enjoy the Momosa Mocktail, a refreshing blend of orange juice, ginger ale, and mango puree for a delightful and non-alcoholic drink.
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Malawi Shandy

Beat the heat with this Malawi Shandy recipe! A refreshing blend of ginger ale, lemon-lime soda, and a dash of bitters, perfect for hot summer days.
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Pussyfoot

Enjoy the refreshing Pussyfoot Mocktail, a vibrant mix of orange, lemon, lime juices, and grenadine syrup, perfect for a non-alcoholic treat.
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Mango Orange Smoothie

Try the Mango Orange Smoothie, a refreshing blend of fresh mango and oranges for a vibrant and healthy drink perfect for any time of day.
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Strawberry Lemonade

This Strawberry Lemonade Mocktail Recipe blends fresh lemon juice, strawberries, and sugar for a refreshing and tangy homemade drink.
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Shrub

Try the refreshing Shrub Drink, a perfect blend of vinegar, fruit, and herbs. Enjoy it as a cocktail or a non-alcoholic mocktail for a unique twist!
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Apple Karate

Try the Apple Karate, a refreshing and healthy blend of apple juice and carrot. Perfect for a nutritious and tasty drink!
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Apple and Starfruit Juice

Try the Apple and Starfruit Juice, a refreshing blend of apples and starfruit with a hint of sugar. Perfect for a vibrant and healthy drink!
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